About Jonathan G.

About Jonathan

I have nearly thirty years of experience working with students of all ages, both in private and group settings. I have also taught in Latin America - in Spanish.

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Jordan July 14, 2017·Violin·In home

Jordan really enjoyed his first lesson. Jonathan validated for him that the daily work he is putting in is helpful and gave him small steps to go forward with.

Catalina March 4, 2017·Violin·In home

Great first lesson! Friendly, and very easy to follow. Looking forward to our next lesson.

Chad T. January 20, 2016·Violin·In studio

Jonathan has a demonstrable amount of knowledge about the violin including different playing styles, music theory, and its practical application. His approach is incremental and measured that adapts to my specific strengths and weaknesses intermixed with an appropriate amount of patience. He is also very personable. I always look forward to our lessons together.

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Jonathan G.

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About Samir A.

I have been tutoring students and adults for almost twenty years, and I currently teach and tutor one-on-one or via skype during late afternoons, evenings and weekends. Whether you're looking for immediate French homework help or weekly tutoring, I can help you study everything from pronunciation to grammar.Typically use Bien Dit!: Holt French 1.2.3, students books, "grammar & vocabulary" Books, "Allez,Viens" Level 2,"Points de depart" for college students. I'am familiar with the French Curriculum used by the FCPS World Languages. Tutoring Levels:

Level 1:

You only know the alphabet, and you can't write or speak a word yet. Not a problem, we can go through the basics to get you comfortable.After the first lesson, you'll already know how to have a simple conversation (introduce yourself, ask for directions or order a dish for instance.

Level 2:

You can speak the few sentences that you remember from school, but not enough to feel at ease across the pond. Key ...

About Samir

My name is Samir, I have been tutoring students for almost twenty years, and I currently teach and tutor one-on-one, and online the Modern Standard Arabic (formal/classical Arabic) , the colloquial Arabic (the conversational Arabic) of Morocco or French.

I 'am familiar with the French and Arabic Curriculums taught in Fairfax County public Schools. ...I have Alif Baa and Al-Kitaab fii Ta allum al -Arabiyya available for your Arabic lessons, and "Bien dit"I,II,III students books, "grammar & vocabulary" Books, "Allez,Viens" Level 2,"Points de depart" for college students.

My hobbies are: studying languages, cooking, and outdoor activities such as running, riding my bike, fishing and gardening. I believe creative lessons help students retain more and enjoy their time learning. I will email you printable worksheets and cli

part, helpful websites, and personalized audio files to help you practice between our lessons. I will work hard to help you reach your goals.

If you need immediate assistance for a test or homework, translation and summary, I can work with you for short term as well and assist you within a very short notice.

Tell me your specific needs and I will adapt the class in order to make you improve your skills. Lessons are relaxed and informal but very concise. No matter your age or skill level, with patience, focus, and a big smile, I'll turn you into a fluent French or Arabic speaker in no time.

What do you need to start learning Arabic or French?

Discover the most fun and effective way to learn Arabic or French! "Conversation + Pronunciation = Confidence!"

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Betsy May 31, 2017·Arabic·Online

Samir is dedicated, patient, reliable and fun! He provides helpful material between our online sessions, and I feel I'm learning at just the right pace. I highly recommend him.

Kahina January 24, 2016·Arabic·In studio

Samir is an excellent language tutor! He can craft lessons to suit any needs whether you are a beginner or advanced! He also provides relevant supplementary materials so that you can practice and apply the theories learned in your lesson. I found that this consistent practice with actual speaking was a big factor to achieving better spoken fluency with my language of study, arabic. I highly recommend Samir as you will not be disappointed.

Lainie October 13, 2015·Arabic·Online

For homework, Samir sent me several videos of Moroccan dialect. We discussed the vocabulary during the lesson; as always, he provided many examples to demonstrate the broader usage of the words. He is a skilled teacher. Highly recommended.

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Samir A.

Alexandria, VA 22310

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starting at

$35
/ 60-min

About Gabrielle A.

A native French speaker, I have been tutoring students of all levels since 2008. I was the main French and German Instructor at the San Jose Learning Center in the Silicon Valley before moving to New York.

The core of my lessons are drawn from a language book, which allows the student to work at his or her own pace during the week.

The lessons themselves are then spent reviewing previous work, as well as introducing new material in a variety of ways, all the while engaging in various forms of dialogues depending on your level.Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

I hope to hear from you, meet you, and work with you!

Sincerely, Gabrielle

About Gabrielle

A violinist is a musical knight: the round shield which once protected the heart has become a sound-resonating violin, the linear sword a bow, yet the fundamental gestures are the same. The active right directs according to linear rules, the left spirals inwards.

Dear Student,

My name is Gabrielle A. I am French, in my mid-twenties, and hold a MA in education. Simple, to the point, confident, smiling and fun, I engage quickly and well with those around me.

While teaching a standard violin apprenticeship curriculum, I approach the instrument from the perspective of movement: what qualitative gesture is at play behind a particular stroke or fingering?

Imagine playing violin according to lines of force, directions and qualities of movement between the right and the left! Musical sound, and its higher sibling tone, are born from

the qualitative interplay between right and left meeting in the human chest. By inwardly experiencing the instrument as a threefold instrument (violin, bow and violinist) we can step away from the view that the violin is 'somewhere out there', a foreign object to be more or less painfully mastered.

I believe that as instrumentalists we ourselves are a part of the tone we produce.I will therefore look with you at the kinesiology behind a correct posture and encourage you to experience the playing process as a circle between the violin, the bow and the violinist.

I hope to hear from you, meet you, and work with you!

Yours sincerely,Gabrielle

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Sunnie T. October 17, 2017·French·Online

Anthony W. September 6, 2017·French·Online

Zach August 17, 2017·French·Online

Gabrielle is great at teaching my 9 year old french. She makes his lessons fun and keeps him engaged so that he always looks forward to his lessons. She does a great job engaging with the interests of her students, instead of sticking to a rigid lesson plan and losing the student. For example, quietly inserting verb conjugation and tense training into the telling of a story her student is determined to share with her. She really works with the kid's interests and gets their buy-in and engagement.

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Gabrielle A.

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Gabrielle A.

Online

(16)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Madeleine W.

Bonjour ! With near-native fluency in French, I can help you master complex grammar, expand your vocabulary, and practice real-world conversational skills. Lessons can be either immersive or in English, depending on your goals and comfort levels.

I look forward to meeting and working with you en français to help you make tangible progress! À bientôt !

About Madeleine

Hello! Bonjour ! Je m'appelle Madeleine and I am a bilingual tutor and teacher with more than 8 years' experience in education.

As a language teacher, I have taught both French to American students and English to French students in the primary and secondary classrooms. I have also tutored both languages in person and online to high school students, college majors, and adults of all skill levels.

As a 2014 graduate of the University of Maryland in linguistics and French, I have a strong academic background in the grammar and literature. Having lived in France, I also have cultural experience and real-world exposure to the language.

With my near-native fluency in French, I can help you master complex grammar, expand relevant vocabulary, and practice real-world conversational skills, learning helpful cultural insights along the w

ay.

I love helping students realize their potential and reach their personal or professional goals in their second language, so please don't hesitate to contact me to get started on your French journey.

I look forward to meeting and working with you! À bientôt !

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Madeleine W.

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Madeleine W.

Bowie, MD 20715

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Mariana I.

I have been tutoring for years. I can help you getting better at school. If you have a trip in France we can work on the conversation. I like follow a studying book so we can find the most appropriate one for your need.I am a patient and very enthusiastic tutor.

About Mariana

My name is Mariana and I am a native Bulgarian. My passion is languages. I have a Bachelor's in French with an emphasis on language teaching. I've been tutoring for years. I can help your child getting better grade at school. I provide lessons on writing, reading, speaking, and grammar.I have worked in France on international projects concerning history, education, culture. I am also an artist, professional cross stitch designer, member of the Maryland Federation of Arts and the Annapolis Arts Alliance. The cross stitch painting is my other passion. I can teach you how to create a masterpiece and turn your photos into cross stitch.I am enthusiastic and looking forward to working with you!

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Laurie July 21, 2016·French·In studio

Mariana was a great tutor. I am an adult with little experience speaking French. I enjoyed our conversations and she made learning the language very enjoyable. I hope to continue.

Rachel G. June 12, 2015·French·In studio

Mariana has been an incredible instructor. I came to her as an adult with no previous understanding of French. Her passion for teaching and knowledge of not only the language, but the culture as well, are unparalleled. She immediately made me feel confident by including conversation in our first lesson. I could not have asked for a better introduction to French. I highly recommend Mariana as your first choice for French!

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Mariana I.

Annapolis, MD 21403

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About JP B.

Dedicated French teacher with over 15 years experience helping students meet their goals, whether starting at the beginner, intermediate or advanced levels. Easy-going, flexible and able to easily adapt to students' needs.

About JP

Bonjour,

My name is Jean-Philippe and I have taught French in a variety of settings (small classrooms, larger classrooms and one-on-one) for over 15 years. I specialize in getting my students to get to speak French quickly, and I make it a point to help them accomplish their goals. I am easy-going and flexible, with an ability to adapt to my students' needs and levels.I look forward to helping you meet your needs and developing your skills.

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JP B.

Washington, DC 20010

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$18
/ 30-min

About Elea P.

Bonjour !I am french and I like to teach my language to other people. I have already give help and teach beginner, intermediate and advanced students. I see these lessons like a great opportunity to learn and to share our culture. Shoot me a message to see if we are a good match !

About Elea

Hi !I am French in cultural exchange in USA. I have a french management degree. I like to share my knowledges and my culture to interested persons. I can teach you french but not only the language, I can also teach you about the culture, the music, the food and all French things that may interest you. I also give cello lessons. I learn it since I am 7 years old. I can teach beginners and intermediates students. I will be really happy to help you !

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Elea P.

Arnold, MD 21012

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$19
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About Albert H.

I have traveled in France and lived in Francophone Morocco. I also studied French in college. With formal university study of language, I can teach students grammar, reading and writing skills, as well as skills for oral communication (listening and speaking). My teaching style is compassionate and concerned with the students' needs and preferred learning styles. I also have extensive resources and media for language learning (for example: books, grammar resources, music, movies, etc.)

About Albert

Hello! Ciao! Bonjour! ¡Hola! My name is Albert Doug Honegan. I am a Venice/Sarasota native. I speak nine languages and have lived in Brazil, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, and around the USA teaching English and other languages. I have also worked as a community interpreter and translator with formal training. I graduated from Riverview High School (Sarasota, FL) with an International Baccalaureate Diploma. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature from Georgetown University. I have been teaching languages for ten years, and my students affirm that I help them learn their target language far beyond their intended goals. With formal university study of language, I can teach students grammar, reading and writing skills, as well as skills for oral communication (listening and speaking). My teaching style is compassionate an

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Albert H.

About kat H.

German, Spanish, Frenchvery reliable and take pride in my work. I have been teaching for 15 years and can provide references. Reviews show quality of my work and will keep your kids coming:)Tutoring: Reading, Sciences, German, Spanish, French, and Math from adults and 2nd- 10th grade. I have multiple academic degrees.

About kat

can provide references and background check. Reviews show success quality of my work and will keep your kids coming:)Tutoring: Reading, Sciences, German, Spanish, French, and Math from Adults and 2nd- 8th grade. I have over 20 years experience. I have multiple academic degrees. I am willing to tutor small groups, offering discounts.At my house, and/or do 2 hours at a time, I can offer a discount.Or I come to a home,or meet you in a library.

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Shree February 7, 2018·French·In studio

Dr Hester is Very very welcoming. My son loves The way she teaches him. Dr Hester makes him feel very comfortable in asking questions. He has started liking the subject and gained a lot of confidence since he started going to her. She is also very accommodating with time and week of the day. She is very very prompt at answering emails. I would give her a 5 star.

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